H. ‘Neutrino’
Hosta ‘Neutrino’ is a registered cultivar () , originated by Unknown (Japan).
| Year registered | 2011 |
|---|---|
| Originator | Unknown (Japan) |
| Section class | V-4b (Miniature) |
Overview
Registered in 2011, *Hosta* 'Neutrino' originated in Japan as an unnamed seedling of *Hosta venusta*. This miniature cultivar forms a small, dense mound of medium green leaves with creamy white margins, reaching 5 inches (12.7 cm) in height and 16 inches (40.6 cm) in diameter.
In the Garden
'Neutrino' performs best in partial shade to dappled light, typical of most hostas. Its compact size—a mound of ovate leaves 2.75 inches (7.0 cm) long and 1.75 inches (4.4 cm) wide—makes it well suited for rock gardens, troughs, or the front of shaded borders. The moderate growth rate and small stature also recommend it for container cultivation. Companion plants might include small ferns or miniature woodland perennials.
Care Notes
Provide consistent moisture during the growing season, applying a balanced fertilizer in early spring as new shoots emerge. Like many hostas, 'Neutrino' may be susceptible to slug damage and deer browsing in typical hosta-growing zones.
Size and leaf
| Clump height | 5 in (12.7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Clump width | 16 in (40.6 cm) |
| Leaf length | 2.75 in (7 cm) |
| Leaf width | 1.75 in (4.4 cm) |
| Vein pairs | 5 |
| Leaf | medium green with .25 to .5in (0.6 to 1.3cm) wide, creamy white, flat margins; dull on top; slightly shiny underneath; moderately wavy, smooth |
| Flower scape height | 6–18 in (15.2–45.7 cm) |
| Seasonal colour change | margin changes from yellow to creamy white |
| Notable characteristics | purchased in Japan as an innamed seedling of H. venusta |
From the American Hosta Society Registry record.
Parentage
- Pod parent: H. venusta
Similar cultivars
Other registered hostas in the same AHS section class (V-4b, miniature size):
- H. ‘Baby Booties’ (2012)
- H. ‘Frosted Mouse Ears’ (2006)
- H. ‘Imp’ (2006)
- H. ‘Iced Lemon’ (2005)
- H. ‘Cameo’ (2002)
- H. ‘Cookie Crumbs’ (2002)
Related guides
Registration data: AHS Registry #4005